St Paul's CofE Primary School
99%
Capacity
414
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About St Paul's CofE Primary School
St Paul's CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Herefordshire, County of community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 414 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated St Paul's CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Elizabeth Vautier- Thomas, it falls under Herefordshire, County of local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10607th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 49th out of 68 in Herefordshire, County of.
St Paul's CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 92 applications for 43 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 32 were first-preference applications.
St Paul's CofE Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 83% recommending the school (69 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Paul's CofE Primary School include Playing Fields, Forest School, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Rounders, Gymnastics, Tennis, as well as clubs including Drama, Coding, Science Club, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 7.2%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Herefordshire, County of, St Paul's CofE Primary School is one of the options available in the West Midlands region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Hampton Dene Road, Hereford, Herefordshire, County of, HR1 1UX |
| Headteacher | Elizabeth Vautier- Thomas |
| Local Authority | Herefordshire, County of |
| Number of Pupils | 414 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 7.2% |
| School Capacity | 414 / 420 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 May 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 Jun 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10607th of 13,686
Nationally
1105th of 1,378
In West Midlands
49th of 68
In Herefordshire, County of
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
50%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
69 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed43
92
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
32 families put this school as their 1st choice (35% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Paul's CofE Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
A parent's guide to Year 6 SATs and how results are reported
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Contact Information
Hampton Dene Road, Hereford
Herefordshire, County of, HR1 1UX
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